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About The Swanage Directory
What is this directory?
The The Swanage Directory business directory is a free online resource helping residents and visitors discover trusted local businesses across Swanage. Whether you need a builder, a hairdresser, somewhere to eat or a specialist service, you can find it here.
It is the digital companion to the The Swanage Directory — the free community magazine delivered to thousands of homes in the area every month. The same local team that produces the magazine also curates this directory, so you can trust the businesses listed here serve your community.
Why use the directory?
Everything you need to find and connect with businesses in Swanage, in one easy-to-use place.
Find trusted local businesses
Search plumbers, electricians, cafés, shops and services — all listed in one place for your area.
Browse by category
Explore businesses grouped by trade and service type — from home improvements to health and beauty.
Support your community
Choose local businesses that serve your neighbourhood and keep money circulating in the area you live in.
Curated by your local magazine
Listings are brought to you by the same team behind the free community magazine delivered to your door.
About The Swanage Directory
Free local community magazine and business directory for Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck coast. Covers Studland, Swanage, Durlston, Langton Matravers and Worth Matravers (postcodes BH19 1, BH19 2 and BH19 3). Monthly, with 4,000 copies per issue, reaching around 8,000 properties over two months. Also available at selected shops and libraries.
Is your business listed?
Get your business in front of thousands of local readers in Swanage. Book an advert in the The Swanage Directory and receive six months in the online directory.